“Five Nights at Freddy’s” had an impressive debut at the box office, earning $78 million in North America, making it the highest-grossing horror film of the year. The movie was released in theaters and on the streaming service Peacock simultaneously, but audiences still chose to watch it on the big screen. The film received mixed reviews from critics but had a positive response from its young, predominantly male audience. This success demonstrates the potential of video game adaptations and the continued appeal of theatrical moviegoing.